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The mishap happened at midnight. The word that is italicised means:

AThe misunderstanding happened at midnight.

BThe misjudgement happened at midnight.

CThe miracle occurred at midnight

DThe tragedy occurred at midnight.

Answer:

D. The tragedy occurred at midnight.

Read Explanation:

  • Mishap: an unfortunate or unpleasant event, especially one that causes injury or damage.

  • Tragedy: an event that causes great suffering, destruction, or distress.

In the given sentence:

"The mishap happened at midnight."

The word "mishap" refers to an unfortunate or unpleasant event. The sentence implies that something went wrong or caused trouble at midnight.

The rewritten sentence:

"The tragedy occurred at midnight."

Conveys a similar meaning, but with a slightly stronger emphasis on the severity of the event.


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